Lighthouse at Shima
by Takeji Asano
- Medium:
- Woodblock print
- Format:
- Oban
- Publisher:
- Unsodo
- Source:
- Ukiyo-e.org (via Artelino)
Typical Price
The Lighthouse at Shima, on the rugged Mie Prefecture coastline, is an uncommon subject in Asano's primarily Kyoto-focused body of work. The marine setting and architectural subject — a functional modern structure rather than a historic temple — gives this print a distinctive character. Expect prices between $150-$450, with the unusual subject matter appealing to collectors seeking variety.
Description
Lighthouse at Shima presents one of the navigational structures that marked the rocky coastline of the Shima Peninsula — a region on the Ise-Shima coast famous for pearl diving and the sacred site of Ise Jingu. Lighthouses were relatively modern subjects for a printmaker rooted in classical temple and shrine imagery, and Asano's engagement with this functional maritime architecture demonstrates the range of his interest in the built environment beyond traditional sacred structures. The lighthouse's isolation on the coast, its practical relationship to seafarers, and its bold geometric form made it a compelling composition subject.
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The Beach at Kaiganji in Sanuki Province (Sanuki Kaiganji no hama), from the series "Collection of Views of Japan II, Kansai Edition (Nihon fukei shu II Kansai hen)"
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Featured in Collections
Curated cross-cuts that include this print.
Frequently Asked Questions
Lighthouse at Shima was created by Takeji Asano (浅野竹二).
Lighthouse at Shima uses Bokashi, Nishiki-e, and Moku-hanga, on woodblock print.
Lighthouse at Shima was published by Unsodo.
Lighthouse at Shima depicts landscapes, seascapes, and architecture.